WV Hydrogen Hub Coalition Meets, New Construction Projects Possible by 2029

Aug 1, 2022 | Industry

On July 28, energy industry leaders came together to discuss the next steps for establishing West Virginia as the new home of hydrogen energy production during the WV Hydrogen Hub Coalition Industry Day. However, according to representatives from the office of Senator...

The Inflation Reduction Act Means Good Jobs for WV

Aug 1, 2022 | Industry

As this story goes to print, the U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on a landmark energy, healthcare, and tax bill called the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA). The $433 billion bill is poised to be the country’s biggest clean energy investment in U.S....

Tri-State Trades Annual DAD’s Day Event Raises $10,500 for Diabetes Research

Jul 1, 2022 | Volunteer Efforts

The Tri-State Building and Construction Trades held their annual DAD’s Day Golf Outing on June 10. The event raised $10,500 for diabetes research. ‘DAD’s Day’ stands for Dollars Against Diabetes Day. The event has been a long running effort by the North American...

Boilermakers 667 Raise $990 For Oldman Rivers Food Bank

Jul 1, 2022 | Volunteer Efforts

The motorcycle ride raised $990 for Oldman Rivers Food Bank in Parkersburg, WV. Boilermakers and Electricians rode from Parkersburg, West Virginia to Miners Memorial Park in McConnelsville, Ohio, where the picture was taken inside a derigging machine named ‘Big...

WV AFL-CIO Holds State COPE Meeting for General Election

Jul 1, 2022 | Industry

The COPE process is based on questionnaires, which candidates submit to their local Central Labor Council (CLC). The CLCs then give candidates the opportunity to have a virtual or in-person interview to get a better idea of their background and vision as a candidate....